Igbo mask AAA773

A 20th-century Nigerian Igbo mask

The Igbo AAA773 mask by Versmissen is a wall decoration handmade from carved wood. Originating from Nigeria and dating from the 20th century, it combines brown and gold tones. Its composition depicts a beautiful young woman coming from the afterlife to the living.

These masks were worn by young men who danced with them during ceremonies held in honour of ancestors, women and the gods of the earth. This context clarifies the meaning of the female figure and its ceremonial role. The piece measures 14,5 x 23 x 32,5 cm, a format that highlights the facial carving and its colourful details. Its reference AAA773 precisely identifies this Igbo mask among Nigerian decorative objects.

Details of the Igbo AAA773 mask

• Origin: Nigeria
• Period: 20th century
• Material: carved wood
• Colours: brown and gold
• Dimensions: 14,5 x 23 x 32,5 cm